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A great bottle of wine is around every corner at Takara Sake USA, so don't hesitate to ask the Torrance staff for some helpful recommendations.
Takara Sake USA offers an unparalleled selection of both liquors and spirits, all of which are available at an affordable price.
Takara Sake USA offers some of the best wine deals in town. Stock up on all of your favorites today.
You'll be happy to know there are amazing parking options in the area.
When wining and dining is on the agenda for the night, do it at home with help from the friendly and informative wine staff at Takara Sake USA in Torrance.

As the years have led to urban expansion, only one Los Angeles winery has stood the test of time. The San Antonio Winery and Restaurant in Lincoln Heights is so beloved as a local drinking institution, it was given cultural monument status in 1966. Since then, the hidden-away winery, down a few side streets in an industrial part of the downtown area, has been quietly serving up glasses of fine wine from their Italian-style villa. Terracotta roofs and tall greenery line the exterior of this operational winery, which has been bottling since 1917. Free wine tastings and tours are available daily, and the attached Maddalena restaurant serves homey Italian food.

Beside the Rhine River in Germany or in sun-soaked fields in Tuscany and California, vines grow heavy with ripe fruit. These jewel-toned morsels fill bottles at PRP Wine International, whose consultants then share the global terroir during special events and private tastings at home. Each staff member has a library of facts about wine production and consumption on the tip of their tongue, as well as several varieties of corkscrews hanging from their mandated utility belt. An online shop organizes varietals, such as montepulciano and gewürztraminer, by their taste profile and country of origin, and sparkling wines are searchable by price point. To deepen their client's connection to their favorite bottle, they may either be etched or emblazoned with custom labels that commemorate an event or deliver a dry thank you.

For couples heading out on the town, The Hobbit Restaurant's dim lighting and fine French fare create the perfect date-night dinner spot.
If you're looking for low-fat food, look elsewhere. If you're looking for great-tasting food, come to The Hobbit Restaurant.
The bar at The Hobbit Restaurant is fully stocked, so pair your meal with a glass of wine or beer.
Give the restaurant a call to reserve your table ahead of time.
Dress up for your night on the town so you can feel great while you eat great.
Feed the gang at your next get-together with catering from The Hobbit Restaurant as well.
Tired of driving in circles? Head to The Hobbit Restaurant for a bite to eat and find quick parking in the lot next door.
The Hobbit Restaurant is a little bit on the pricey side, so save it for a special night out.

Intent on contributing to the rise of an Old World-style wine country in Temecula Valley, Rev Winery harvests grapes from more than 30 acres of vineyards to create organic, palate-friendly wines. These grapes include traditional European vinifera varietals, producing everything from syrah and merlot to cabernet sauvignon and sangiovese, but the winery embraces modern, New World-driven advancements in winemaking techniques and technologies. Rev Winery also features a robust zinfandel made from 43-year-old vines, which are easily identifiable thanks to their Nixon-Agnew presidential campaign stickers.

Bellflower's Thai Orchid Restaurant offers a traditional menu of Thai dishes in a relaxed setting.
Low-fat and gluten-free options are featured on the menu.
Take your pick of beer, wine, or other beverages offered on Thai Orchid Restaurant's menu.
Save money on a sitter — kids are welcome to join the table at Thai Orchid Restaurant.
Thai Orchid Restaurant can provide comfortable seating options for parties of any size.
Arrive fashionably early for your pick of tables — the restaurant does not accept reservations.
Thai Orchid Restaurant tosses the jacket-and-tie dress code convention in favor of a more casual dining experience.
Dining out isn't your only option here — pickup is available, too.
For no extra charge, diners can park in the connecting lot.
Cheap meals don't have to lack flavor as shown by the innovative dishes coming out of Thai Orchid Restaurant's kitchen.

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Maybe you think wine is too bland or simply too expensive. That’s OK, because some of it is. But Tracy Kellner, co-owner of Chicago’s Provenance Food & Wine, knows that’s only some wine. “There’s a lot of really good wine out there,” she said.You may have found wine that is too bitter or too sweet, but there are plenty of other bottles out there, including wine for people who don't like wine, and Kellner was happy to suggest a few.Too Sweet
If left unchecked, sugars left over from the fermentation process can make wines cloying; however, very ripe grapes’ bold fruit flavors can also create a jammy taste and mouthfeel.
For those averse to overly fruit-forward wines, Kellner recommended trying bottles from cooler climates, such as northern France or Oregon, or asking for an Old World–style wine. The latter generally features more pronounced acidity and earthy notes as opposed to juice-like fruitiness.
Too DryBracing acidity and hints of tobacco or leather aren’t always appealing, though. In that case, moscato d’asti and sweeter rieslings are solid standby whites for everyday sipping.
Kellner also suggested trying wines from warmer regions, such as Sicilian nero d’avola, Australian shiraz, and certain Californian reds. Expect to taste dark berries, plums, and maybe even a bit of sweetness from the relatively high alcohol content in these bottles.
Too BitterDuring the red-winemaking process in particular, juice can remain in extended contact with grape skins and oak barrels—both sources of tannins. A tannic wine can possess a distinctly bitter flavor, which may be unmistakable but is far from universally loved.
Kellner had a few suggestions for sidestepping the bitter taste. First, try red wines made from thin-skinned grapes, such as grenache or pinot noir.
Additionally, tannins’ harsh taste softens with time, and oxygen smoothes wines’ rough edges. Uncork a bottle 60 minutes before you drink it and observe the difference.
Too WeakBefore writing them off entirely, try thin-tasting wines with food. The same subtle flavors that can seem bland on their own often complement meals. Kellner suggested thinking of these varieties as “the salt and pepper of wine.”
Wines with enough heft and substance to stand alone are often made from grapes grown in warmer regions.
Look for reds from Portugal or the southern Rhône valley. And, despite the seemingly ubiquitousness of light white wines, there are also full-bodied options. For example, oak-aged chardonnay can have buttery, toasty qualities, and grapes such as viognier and roussanne lend white wines fleshy peach or apricot flavors rather than tart, citrus ones.
Too Expensive
“You can find value wherever you look,” Kellner said.
So don’t be afraid to be upfront about how much you’re willing to spend. When chatting with wine-store employees, tell them your price limit and what you’ve enjoyed in the past. Most importantly, let them know what you haven’t enjoyed.
“Form a friendship with someone who works there,” Kellner said. “Find someone who knows what you like and will remember what you bought last time.”
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The higher the mercury gets, the better a glass of crisp and refreshing white wine starts to sound. With the hottest months still yet to come, prepare by finding your favorite bottle of the wine that is seemingly made for summer: vinho verde.In 2012, the United States imported more than three times as much vinho verde as it had one decade earlier, the New York Times reported. This is a trend that is absolutely worth continuing.Here is a quick introduction to this trending white wine.Where is it from?Vinho verde hails from the far northwestern corner of Portugal. This relatively cool and rainy region is an agricultural haven within the country, complete with sprawling expanses of crops and lush greenery. Although the area also produces reds and rosés, it’s the white wines that are easiest to find and are ideal for summertime sipping.What does the name mean?Vinho verde translates to “green wine.” This isn’t a reference to its color, though. Instead, it refers to the wine’s youth. These wines are meant to be enjoyed while they are still young, when their natural acidity is at its most vibrant.What grapes are used to make it?The region’s winemaking regulations allow as many as 25 different grapes to be used to make white vinho verde. However, the most renowned wines tend to be dominated by four varietals: alvarinho, trajadura, loureiro, and pedernã.What does it taste like?Vinho verde typically features delicate flavors that may include light citrus, floral notes, and hints of minerality. Bright acidity is exceedingly common throughout all vinho verdes—including the reds and rosés—which means that the whites pair well with a wide range of foods, especially lighter fare. As an added bonus, the winemakers typically inject a bit of carbon dioxide into the wine immediately before bottling. This gives vinho verde the slightest bit of effervescent sparkle, but not nearly enough to qualify it as a sparkling wine.Why is it perfect for summer?In addition to being endlessly refreshing, vinho verde is perfect for sharing with friends on a hot day for one fantastic reason: It is very affordable. Finding a worthwhile bottle for less than $10 shouldn’t be too much of a challenge.Photo by Andrew Nawrocki, GrouponShop Groupon for wine-tasting deals.Read more tips, tricks, and stories about wine on the Guide.A Wine Aroma WheelDo you detect notes of plums? Strawberries? Horse blanket or grandma's dentures? Our handy chart helps you and your nose be wine-tasting pros.Merlot, Give It a ChanceDon’t believe everything you see in the movies. Learn more about the history, the disposition, and the global varieties of a grape that went from king to punching bag.Wine Tasting 101Don’t be intimidated by the lists and the unwritten protocols of tasting rooms. Here are six useful tips that will help you look like a seasoned veteran.$32,000 for 9 Liters of Wine at the Hart Davis Hart Wine AuctionOne of the world’s most famous wine auctions, Hart Davis Hart is also perhaps Chicago's most elite drinking club. Our writer was in attendance. He wore a suit.

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